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After breakfast at your hotel, you will start another fun day exploring Oahu. Today you have the option of staying with the guided group, or taking a rental car and going at your own pace, having your own independent adventures. Both options conclude with dinner at your hotel or at a restaurant nearby.
Stars and Stripes Tour Option:
If you choose the guided Stars and Stripes tour, you'll hear interesting facts about World War II. You'll visit legendary Pearl Harbor, at the USS Arizona Memorial Museum.
Then onto a guided tour of the USS Missouri battleship, followed by a no-host lunch. From there, a volunteer veteran will take you on an exclusive tour of Punchbowl National Cemetery. From the lookout, you'll take in amazing panoramic views of the coastline. Bring your camera! Then back to your hotel via motor coach through downtown for more sightseeing. Tour highlights include:
- Pearl Harbor's USS Arizona Memorial Tour
- Guided Tour of the USS Missouri Battleship
- Personalized tour of Punchbowl National Cemetery by a volunteer veteran
- See Hawaii State Capitol and City Hall
- Visit Iolani Palace, the one and only royal palace on US soil
- View larger than life King Kamehameha Statue
- Explore historic Kawaiahao Church and Mission Houses
Car Rental Option:
If war history isn't your thing, than you can choose the car rental instead. Take this day and explore the island on your own. If you opt for the independent auto rental, you may choose from a Jeep or a convertible. This is a chance to explore the island of Oahu at your leisure. We offer tips for places to visit and even kick in an Oahu self-guided audio CD driving tour – so don't worry have fun and get lost!
Escape the hustle bustle of Waikiki and journey with us to the lost coast of Oahu, a place where your dreams of a tropical island paradise come true. Our first stop is Lanikai, the most beautiful beach in the world. Gazing across the emerald green ocean, you'll see Moku Lua Island Seabird Preserve where Wedge-tailed Shearwaters, Brown Boobies and Black Noddies fly above the tranquil waters. Traveling north, we follow the scenic shoreline to view Popoia Island, the tranquil, palm-tree lined Kane'ohe Bay, and Moku o Loe or Coconut Island.
We also visit a local flower and macadamia nut farm outlet, nestled below Kualoa's towering green mountains. You'll be surrounded by beautiful ornamental blossoms while enjoying complimentary Kona coffee and sampling delicious macadamia nuts. Our exploration of the island's windward side continues with the famous Chinaman's Hat, Mokoli'i Island. An additional highlight of this relaxing adventure is a visit to a picturesque orchid farm where many varieties of colorful, exotic species bloom.
After a leisurely breakfast at your hotel, you'll receive the royal treatment with the "Ambassador Luau Package" as you enjoy a personalized tour of the island villages (Tahiti, Samoa, Maori, Hawaii, Fiji, Marquesas and Tonga). The Polynesian Cultural Center is one of Oahu's top visitor destinations. Known for their authenticity you experience the cultures of the islands. This is great for kids as there are many cultural learning opportunities, canoe rides, IMAX Theater and Hawaii's only canoe pageant. You'll witness traditional Polynesian practices, such as a pig roast, lei making and coconut husking. Your dinner will be Polynesian style enjoying a Hawaiian Luau, a fun way to try new foods.
Capping off the night is the famous "Horizons" Polynesian dance and song revue. It is the largest Polynesian revue in the world featuring over 100 native performers from all corners of the Pacific. Dressed in traditional native costume, these Polynesians share their history, traditions and spirit. With the Ambassador Luau Package you'll receive premium seating for this one-of-a- kind show! The shuttle will take you back to your hotel after the show
This is a perfect day to relax. Enjoy a wonderful relaxing spa treatment at your hotel.
After your day activities, you will be picked up at your hotel at 4:30pm and transported to your sunset dinner cruise. Join us for a fun tropical evening! You'll feel right at home on this casual, high-value sunset cruise. The friendly Starlet crew welcome you with a Mai Tai and share the spirit of aloha as they serve you dinner at your table. Enjoy the beauty of paradise with incredible ocean views and dazzling Polynesian show!
The week has gone by so fast and it is already time to leave paradise. Checkout time from your hotel will most likely be at 12noon. Pending on your departing flights, you may have a free morning to grab that last bit of beach time or afternoon to explore. If that is the case, your hotel can hold your luggage before your flight. Escorted transport will take you back to the airport as you start your journey home.
